Residential Home Inspections

See More Before You Call It Home

Buying a home is a major decision, and even a well-maintained property may contain defects that are not immediately obvious. A professional home inspection gives you a clearer understanding of the home’s visible condition so you can move forward with greater confidence. Home Scan Home Inspections provides thorough residential home inspections in Coweta County, Fayette County,   covering the state of Georgia and eastern Alabama. Every complete home inspection includes a free roof inspection, free termite inspection and thermal imaging at no additional charge, giving you more information about the property without adding separate inspection fees.

A Closer Look at the Home You Are Buying

A residential home inspection is a visual, noninvasive evaluation of the home’s readily accessible systems and components. We look for visible defects, safety concerns, signs of damage and maintenance needs that may affect your plans for the property.

During the inspection, we evaluate the home as a connected system. A stain on the ceiling may lead us to look more closely at the roof or plumbing. Uneven flooring may require additional attention to the foundation or crawl space. Philip’s years of contracting experience provide practical context for understanding how the home’s materials and systems work together.

The goal is not to create an overwhelming list of minor imperfections. It is to help you understand the home, recognize the findings that deserve attention and make a more informed decision.

What Does a Residential Home Inspection Cover?

When components are visible, accessible and safe to inspect, the assessment generally includes:

• Roof and Exterior — We evaluate visible roofing materials, flashing, roof penetrations, gutters, downspouts, siding, trim, windows, exterior doors, decks, porches and other exterior features. We also observe grading and drainage conditions immediately surrounding the home.
• Foundation and Structure — Accessible foundation components, framing, floors, walls, ceilings and roof structures are examined for visible signs of movement, damage, deterioration or improper modification.
• Electrical System — We inspect accessible service equipment, electrical panels, wiring, switches, receptacles, lighting and representative ground-fault and arc-fault protection where present. We also look for visible conditions that may present an electrical safety concern.
• Plumbing System — Visible supply lines, drains, fixtures, water-heating equipment and functional flow are evaluated. We look for active leaks, corrosion, damaged materials and other conditions that may require repair or further investigation.
• Heating and Cooling — Installed heating and cooling equipment is evaluated for visible condition and basic operation when weather conditions, utility service and equipment safety allow. Accessible ductwork, thermostats and distribution components are also inspected.
• Interior Components — We review accessible walls, ceilings, floors, doors, windows, stairs, railings, cabinets, counters and other installed interior components for visible defects or safety concerns.
• Attic, Insulation and Ventilation — When accessible, the attic is inspected for visible roof leaks, insulation concerns, ventilation conditions, damaged framing and other issues that may affect the home.
• Basement or Crawl Space — Accessible areas below the home are evaluated for visible moisture, structural concerns, plumbing leaks, damaged insulation, wood deterioration and other conditions requiring attention.
• Built-In Appliances — Installed kitchen appliances may be operated using normal controls to check basic function. The inspection does not predict remaining service life or guarantee future performance.

A Free Roof Inspection Is Included

The roof is one of the home’s most important protective systems. It’s also one of the most expensive components to replace. That is why a roof inspection is included with every complete residential home inspection at no additional charge.

Depending on accessibility, roof design, weather and safety conditions, we evaluate the roof from the surface, roof edge, ladder, ground or another appropriate vantage point. We look for visible concerns involving:

• Roofing materials
• Flashing
• Valleys and penetrations
• Plumbing vents
• Chimneys
• Gutters and downspouts
• Visible signs of leakage
• Damaged, missing or deteriorated materials
• Previous repairs

If the roof cannot be safely walked, we will use the safest available inspection method and explain any limitations in the report.

A Free Termite Inspection Is Also Included

Termites and other wood-destroying organisms can damage framing and other cellulose-based materials, sometimes without producing obvious signs in the living areas of the home.

Your residential home inspection includes a termite inspection at no additional charge. We examine accessible areas for visible evidence that may include:

• Shelter tubes
• Damaged or deteriorated wood
• Insect activity
• Conditions favorable to infestation
• Wood-to-soil contact
• Excess moisture
• Evidence of previous treatment or repair

The inspection reflects visible and accessible conditions at the time of the visit. Concealed activity may exist behind walls, beneath flooring or in other inaccessible areas. When evidence or conducive conditions are observed, additional evaluation or treatment may be recommended.

We Include Thermal Imaging

Thermal imaging gives us another way to evaluate certain areas of the home. An infrared camera detects differences in surface temperature that may help identify conditions deserving closer attention.

Depending on conditions during the inspection, thermal imaging may help reveal patterns associated with:

• Possible moisture intrusion
• Missing or uneven insulation
• Air leakage
• Unusual heating or cooling patterns
• Overheating electrical components
• Radiant floor or HVAC performance concerns

Thermal imaging is included as part of the inspection rather than offered as a separate upgrade.

It is important to understand that an infrared camera does not see through walls. Temperature patterns can have more than one possible cause, and some problems may not create a detectable difference at the time of the inspection. Thermal findings are considered alongside visible evidence, moisture measurements and the inspector’s professional judgment.

What Happens After the Inspection?

After the assessment, you will receive a detailed inspection report that organizes the findings and includes photographs where helpful. The report is designed to help you understand:

• What was inspected
• Which concerns were observed
• Where those concerns are located
• Why they may matter
• When additional evaluation may be appropriate

We encourage clients to attend the inspection when possible. This gives you an opportunity to see important findings firsthand, learn more about the home and ask questions.

Our service does not end when the inspection is finished. If you have questions after reviewing the report, Home Scan is available to help clarify the findings.

A Home Inspection Has Reasonable Limitations

A residential home inspection provides valuable information, but it cannot uncover every possible condition. The inspection is visual and noninvasive, so we do not open walls, remove flooring, dismantle equipment or move heavy furniture and stored belongings.

The inspection does not:

• Guarantee that defects do not exist
• Predict future system failures
• Determine the remaining life of every component
• Provide an engineering analysis
• Confirm compliance with every building code
• Verify permits or property boundaries
• Appraise the property’s value
• Act as a home warranty

Components that are concealed, inaccessible, disconnected or unsafe to operate will be identified as limitations in the report. Specialized evaluation may be recommended when a finding falls outside the scope of a general home inspection.

Why Choose Home Scan?

Home Scan Home Inspections is a locally owned husband-and-wife business serving in Coweta County, Fayette County,  covering the state of Georgia and eastern Alabama. As a small team, we take pride in offering personal service, clear communication and careful attention to every property.

Philip brings years of firsthand home building experience to the inspection process. His practical knowledge of construction, materials and building systems helps him recognize visible concerns and explain them in terms homeowners and buyers can understand.

With Home Scan, you receive:

• Personal service from a local team
• An inspector with years of contracting experience
• Professional InterNACHI® training and certifications
• A free roof inspection with base home scan inspection
• A free termite inspection with base home scan inspection
• Thermal imaging at no additional charge
• A detailed, easy-to-understand report
• Clear answers to your inspection questions